1 TechLaw Group, Inc. Spring 2010 Member Directory Published by: TechLaw Group, Inc. Executive Offices: Lisa Hood Skinner c/o Ackermann PR 1111 Northshore Drive NW Suite N-400 Knoxville, TN 37919 Tel: (865) 588-7456 x119 Fax: (865) 588-3009 [email protected] 2 Table of Contents About TechLaw Group, Inc. ............................................................................ 3 Officers ........................................................................................................... 5 TechLaw in London…………………………………………………………6 TechLaw in New York………………………………………………………7 Member Firm Listings Arthur Cox ..................................................................................................................................... 8 TechLaw Representative – Patrick McGovern, (+353) (1) 618 0545 Barnes & Thornburg LLP........................................................................................................... 10 TechLaw Representative – Donald E. Knebel, Esq., 317-231-7214 Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP ................................................................................................. 13 TechLaw Representative – Craig C. Thorburn, 416-863-2965 Denton Wilde Sapte ..................................................................................................................... 17 TechLaw Representative – Jacques Salès, 33 1 53 05 16 01 Dorsey & Whitney LLP ............................................................................................................... 21 TechLaw Representative – Nelson Dong, Esq., 206-903-8871 Fenwick & West LLP ……………………………………… ...................................................... 27 TechLaw Representative – Darryl Woo, 415-875-2368 Gómez-Acebo & Pombo .............................................................................................................. 30 TechLaw Representative – Gonzalo de Ulloa, 34 91 582 91 36 Haynes and Boone, LLP .............................................................................................................. 32 TechLaw Representative – David McCombs, Esq., 214-651-5533 Houthoff Buruma ......................................................................................................................... 39 TechLaw Representative – Wolter Bettink, Esq., 31 20-6056 367 Jenner & Block LLP .................................................................................................................... 42 TechLaw Representative – Richard Gray, 312-923-2939 Meitar Liquornik Geva & Leshem Brandwein……………………………………………………..45 TechLaw Representative – David Mirchin, 972-3-6103199 Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP .................................................................................................. 46 TechLaw Representative – Stephen Andress, 617-439-2293 Pinheiro Neto Advogados ............................................................................................................ 49 TechLaw Representative – Raphael de Cunto, 55 11 3247 8587 Reed Smith LLP ........................................................................................................................... 50 TechLaw Representative – Frederick Colen, Esq., 412-288-4164 Taylor Wessing ............................................................................................................................. 56 TechLaw Representative – Dr. Andreas Meissner, Esq., 49 40 3 68 03-0 Tonucci & Partners ...................................................................................................................... 59 TechLaw Representative – Alessandro Vasta, 39 049 658655 Venable LLP ................................................................................................................................. 61 TechLaw Representative – James Burdett, Esq., 202-344-4893 Walder Wyss & Partners Ltd. .................................................................................................... 64 TechLaw Representative – Didier Sangiorgio, Esq., 41 44 498 95 24 3 About TechLaw Group, Inc. Background TechLaw Group, Inc. was formed in 1986 by five large U.S. law firms. Their mission was unique to the rapidly evolving practice of technology law: share best practices, provide a mechanism for referrals when it was mutually advantageous to do so, and build membership carefully so as to preserve a small group of non-competitive firms so that lasting and productive relationships can take root. From there, the organization has grown to include 18 law firms with thousands of lawyers and offices in more than 31 countries. The organization's mission, however, remains unchanged. In fact, the small size and substantially non-competitive nature of the membership makes TechLaw a unique example of how collaborative programming and personal relationships can foster long-term value for the firms that actively participate. Members Firms Members of TechLaw Group are selected by the Board of Directors based on each firm's ability to expand the organization's global network through their recognized and demonstrated leadership in major business markets of interest to the organization. Members bring to the organization the participation of senior lawyers in their firms. These professionals represent the broad range of intellectual property, litigation and business transactional law discussed at TechLaw meetings. Many of those who participate are recognized internationally as leading contributors to their fields of practice, and the relationships they build through active participation in TechLaw provide value to their practices and to their firms. Mutually Advantageous Relationships Member firms are largely non-competitive, and the number of members is intentionally kept small. The focus of our group remains squarely on issues and topics that are of particular interest to those practicing law in a tech setting. Thus, the mutually advantageous relationships built through the organization serve both our member firms and their clients in ways that larger organizations with more general interests cannot. Building upon mutually advantageous relationships, TechLaw provides an array of benefits to its members. Continuing Legal Education Our regular meetings – held each spring and fall – often include a CLE component. TechLaw member firms around the world host these CLE meetings on topics of contemporary interest to the membership. With faculty from TechLaw member firms, corporate counsel, the bench, and academia, TechLaw seeks CLE credit in multiple jurisdictions for these sessions. Audiences for these sessions are comprised of TechLaw firm attorneys, their clients and invited guests. Best Practice Sessions Marketing, information technology and practice group leadership are among the groups within our member firms who have used TechLaw as a conduit for the exchange of best practices in their areas of responsibility. Best practice meetings generally focus on a narrowly defined topic in which participants have the opportunity to discuss issues of concern in their firms and gain valuable insight and suggestions from their counterparts in other TechLaw member firms. 4 Managing Partner Meetings A relatively new addition to our annual meeting rotation is the managing partner meeting. These gatherings, held approximately every 18 months, give firm leadership an opportunity to meet in a confidential, non-competitive setting and discuss contemporary issues in firm management. Since its introduction several years ago, this has become one of the most popular and valuable elements of membership in TechLaw. Mutual Referrals Though not a requirement of membership, many lawyers with member firms find that the environment for strong referrals is among the most important advantages of membership in TechLaw. The relationships built through participation in TechLaw events give member firm lawyers confidence that a TechLaw colleague likely is available to assist in specific client matters. Referral facilitation is available by contacting the TechLaw representative for the particular firm or geography you need. Reciprocal Use of Office Resources When needs arise for TechLaw members to conduct client business for short periods of time in other locations, they can often take advantage of an informal reciprocal use custom in place among the member firms. This allows member firms to access conference facilities, court reporters, administrative staff and other resources of their fellow member firms. Please note that this custom is subject to availability of resources and the policies of the individual member firms. Charges may apply for use of some services. Courtesy Consults Lawyers with TechLaw member firms who need a quick overview of local court customs in another jurisdiction or have another brief question that is geographically specific can take advantage of this membership benefit. By calling the TechLaw representative for the member firm in the city of country of interest, lawyers can gain up to one hour of courtesy consultation on their issues of interest. Directory Twice annually, TechLaw publishes a comprehensive directory of contact information on member firm offices and experienced lawyers whose practice areas are likely to be of interest to other lawyers in the TechLaw family. The directory is provided to all member firms to facilitate referrals and access to the lawyers within the network. Publications Our Promotion and Member Benefits Committee is responsible for developing publications of mutual interest to the member firms. In the past, these have included our